Let’s prevent chronic intermittent hypoxia: ALMA takes care of you
At ALMA, one of our core values is care, and we continuously educate ourselves to prevent risks associated with working at high altitudes. Between April 28 and May 2, the Safety Department successfully conducted mandatory training sessions on chronic intermittent hypoxia, an occupational condition affecting individuals performing their duties...
ALMA 2024: The protagonists of a year full of emotions and awards
What a tremendous and emotional year we are closing in ALMA! The tribute to Francisco Fuentes captivated us all at the beginning of 2024. The ‘friend of all’ left a mark with his departure on 23 January at 66. His humor and companionship will live on...
Closing 2024 with Unforgettable Celebrations in San Pedro de Atacama, the OSF, and Santiago!
December was a month of celebration as we gathered for our End of Year Dinner, a moment to reflect on the accomplishments that shaped 2024 and to honor the incredible people who make ALMA what it is today. From the 4,250 hours spent observing the Universe...
United in sport: Inter Observatories Olympics 2024
We took first place in soccer, table soccer, and table tennis at the Inter Observatories Olympics! And we took second place in the competition. Our colleagues were the protagonists of a day that brought together teams from our observatory with those from AURA and Las Campanas....
“We want to provide good data to understand the universe”
The Program Management Group (PMG) has a chain of tasks essential to the operation of ALMA. They are responsible for the day-to-day management of the execution of observations and monitoring the status of ALMA programs. In addition, they ensure data quality control and coordination of these...
“Apprentice of everything, master of nothing”
Sergio Martin debuted this year as Head of Science Operations (Head of DSO), shortly after receiving the “Collaboration” Award from our Core Statements. In his opinion, many at ALMA deserve to receive this award, so coming out as the winner left him perplexed. “Perhaps that's why...
Green Energy for ALMA
At the latest edition of Hablemos de ALMA, our Director, Sean Dougherty, delved into the exciting possibilities for the observatory to adopt renewable energy solutions like photovoltaic plants, battery storage, and wind turbines. Currently, ALMA relies on 11 million liters of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) annually,...